How to Get Rid of Tonsil Stones Using Home Remedies

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Tonsil stones can be treated in the comfort of your own home using a variety of approaches, some of which cost very little or nothing at all

Try these natural methods that may help eliminate these unwanted deposits

Tonsil stones can be treated in the comfort of your own home using a variety of approaches, some of which cost very little or nothing at all. Below are a few tried-and-tested methods that may help eliminate these unwanted deposits:1,2

Try Using Your Fingers First

Your fingers are probably one of the most basic home remedies you can try. However, if you’re going to try this technique, make sure to first wash your hands under warm, running water with mild soap. Clean your fingers thoroughly, especially under the nails.

After you’ve washed your hands, gently poke the lower part of your tonsils to slowly push out the stones. Remember to do it carefully, because rushing it may cause unnecessary pain. After you’ve taken out the stones, gargle with warm water mixed with salt to remove smaller debris that is harder to take out, and then wash your hands again.

Use a Cotton Swab If You're Uncomfortable With Your Fingers

Using a cotton swab is an easy way of taking out the stones. Dip it in water first to make it comfortable for your gums, then apply a small amount of pressure on the lower portion of the tonsils to push out the stones. Gargle afterward to remove smaller debris. However, be careful when poking the tonsils because you can hurt yourself.

Coughing Is Another Simple Way of Taking Out Stones

Coughing is actually one of the reasons why people discover they have tonsil stones in the first place. If your stones are small, it’s possible that you can dislodge them with light coughing every now and then. However, be sure not to overdo it, because excessive coughing can harm your throat.3

Garlic Contains Beneficial Compounds to Help Break Down Stones

Garlic contains antimicrobial compounds that may help break down bacteria in your stones. Chewing a raw clove of garlic several times a day may help, as well as adding it to your regular diet.

Certain essential oils are made from plants that have strong antibacterial properties, which may benefit your tonsil stones and bad breath. Oils that may be effective include lemongrass, myrrh and thieves. Try brushing your teeth with them or spraying your oil of choice on your tonsils. Be careful not to swallow the oils, because they can potentially cause digestive problems unless properly diluted.

The Probiotics in Yogurt Can Help Fight Bad Bacteria in Your Mouth

Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that can help combat harmful microbes such as the ones found in your tonsil stones. It’s also beneficial to your digestive system because it balances your gut microbiome. Make sure to consume traditionally fermented yogurt made from grass fed milk to ensure that they are high-quality.

Make a Vinegar Gargle to Dissolve Stones Easily

Vinegar contains acidic properties that can help break down the calcium in tonsil stones. To create the concoction, mix 1 tablespoon of vinegar (preferably organic apple cider vinegar) and a cup of warm water. Gargle once a day until the stones dissolve.

If You're Willing to Spend Cash, Try an Oral Irrigator

An oral irrigator is a small device that ejects a steady stream of water to help remove food scraps in your mouth, and can be used to help dislodge tonsil stones as well. To use it, simply take the device and point it at the stones until they loosen, and then proceed to clean the crypts to remove smaller particles.

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